Love It When the Hubby Surprises Me

What a wonderful day it has been today...... Hubby and I went shopping and he pulled one of those special fast one's on me! :o) I ended up coming home with a brand new laptop! It's nice having someone recognize how hard you work and showers you with a gift to remind you of what a wonderful wife and mother you are. 

Just had to make a post! Super excited!!! :o)

"Congraduations!"

 Yesterday, we celebrated my son Brady's high school graduation.  It was a day of great joy and I am so very proud of him.  He will be attending my dad's alma mater, Fairmont State, and will be playing tennis. He will also be walking in his grandpa's footsteps by pursing his degree in Criminal Justice and then on to the police force.   My heart is just bursting with pride and I still cannot stop smiling.

My wonderful son and I

The ceremony was beautiful! Over 180 students graduated. The weather was perfect, hot and humid in the 90's, but perfect! My children make me so very happy and proud.  They are my greatest blessing in life.  Without them, I would not be who I am. 

Brothers, not wanting to cooperate with photos! 

Brandon is heading off to work on staff with the Boy Scouts today for the summer and I know he will learn, experience and accomplish great things.  He always does.  I'm sure the moment he gets back he'll begin working on his Eagle Scout project again. 

Have a wonderful Sunday everyone!

Brady and one of his silly graduation gifts....see  Creations blog

Mandisa- Not Guilty

                     

This is one of the most powerful songs that I have heard in a long while.  How much He gave for US.....

Getting Reacquainted

I have had the best afternoon! I met up with my cousin whom I haven't seen for I know close to 24 years.  It was so good to see her and catch up.  The laughs were very therapeutic for us both I believe.  It amazes me how families are torn apart by drama..... It's destruction continues until someone is willing to step up and ask for answers "out of the horses" mouth themselves.  I've learned to never believe the worst in someone unless I have experienced it first hand.  Learning for yourself is the best experience anyone could have, whether negative or positive.  Family is the only real thing anyone has in life....it's the best gift God blesses each of us with.  Hold on to each of them for as long as you possibly can.

I guess that I'll be working on graduation gifts for the remainder of the day.  I am so proud of Brady! It's really going to be hard to let him go though..... I know that he will succeed at no matter what he attempts.  All my children have made me very proud.

I've also been trying to update my craft blog.  If you get a chance leave a comment.  Hope that everyone has a wonderful week-end!

Adjusting to Summer Vacation

It has been such a challenge for me to adjust to summer vacation this year.  I don't know if it's because the school year ended earlier this year or if I'm just flat out bored (lord knows I have plenty to do to keep that from happening!) I have several projects I want to work on and I really want to begin posting more on my craft blog.  The boys are getting ready to head off to scout camp.  Brandon is working on staff again and Brady is busy preparing to go off to college. :o(  I guess I'm starting to experience empty nest syndrome a bit.  haha

 I'm really looking forward to going home and visiting my family in a few weeks.  Things have been a bit strugglesome on that end.  My 93 year old mamaw is starting to have some health issues and my mother has her hands full with decisions that need to be made.  I know it's hard for her.  I never imagined myself looking forward to going back to West Virginia.....but I am so homesick that it's crazy. 

It will be nice to have some time to myself.  Hubby has to stay back and work.  :o(  But I do need some time to reflect on everything I've been through this past year.  My health has also been an issue.  But I know that my God is much bigger than breast cancer.  I've been working on a new Beth Moore study and that is really helping me gain strength. 

I hope that everyone enjoys their summer break.  Stay safe and I promise to add some recent photo's soon.  The Cullen pups will be celebrating their second birthday tomorrow.... :o) And I need to upload photo's of Brady's graduation.  Love to all!

Thank you veterans

I Just Love My Pets!

It's Been A While.....

I didn't realize until I started going through some of my bookmarks today that it's been forever since I've blogged a real post. Things have been so hectic lately and the storms of life just seem to keep on raging. I'm taking things one day at a time..... Trusting in the Lord, that He will not give me more than I can carry. After all, that's what His word tells us. But it's hard to be so patient and obedient at times. When we want answers, we want them now....in the flesh. Although our spirit tells us to place our hand in His and allow him to carry us through the sand. I'm just waiting for direct answers... one's that I know He will give me in His time.

Wow! I think I've said enough for today. I definitely don't want to pour all of my worries out right now via blogging. At least not yet.

Whitney Houston's Casket Leaves Church on ''I Will Always Love You''

RIP my idol, inspiration. You will always be in my heart and a part of my life

R Kelly live at Whitney Houston funeral